I cannot thank the alterations team enough for everything they did for me during such an important time. When I first purchased my dress from the bridal store, I was originally promised that the dress would come in my size and that I would only need a hem and bustle. Unfortunately, when the dress arrived, it was much too large on me and did not look flattering at all. I left feeling anxious, disappointed, and worried. From the moment I came into alterations, the team was nothing but kind, professional, and reassuring. They confidently told me they would be able to fix my dress and make it look exactly how I envisioned it. I had around four dress fittings, and with each appointment I felt more and more at ease. They completely transformed my dress and made it fit beautifully. A special thank you to Genesis, who was truly the highlight of my experience. She was always so sweet, patient, and welcoming. She made me feel comfortable every step of the way, and she is honestly the reason this process felt so special to me. Thank you all so much for turning such a stressful situation into a wonderful experience. I'm beyond grateful and would highly recommend them to any bride needing alterations. read more

From the moment I walked in, everything was seamless and clear. The entire team walked me through every step of the process, which made me feel confident and completely at ease. They handled my dress with such care and truly prioritize what's best for you. They're not just trying to upsell a million alterations for extra money, they're honest about pricing, the process, and what actually needs to be done (and what doesn't). Ashley is amazing, she's so kind, welcoming, and makes you feel completely comfortable throughout the entire experience. I felt so well taken care of from start to finish by the whole team. Highly recommend! Also, I am absolutely obsessed with my dress. She even gave me the best recommendation for BOOMBA inserts, again not trying to upsell, just genuinely helping and sharing what works best! read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

I cannot say enough amazing things about Ashley and the entire team at Love Sew True. They were truly our saving grace during a bridal emergency with my cousin's wedding dress. After her original tailor butchered her dream gown just days before the big day, we were devastated. Enter Ashley -- an absolute angel who not only took on the project without hesitation but completely turned the situation around. Thanks to her incredible talent and compassion, my cousin got to walk down the aisle in her dream dress. It fit beautifully, looked flawless, and most importantly, made her feel confident and radiant. That is entirely because of Ashley. I had the honor of working with Ashley for my own wedding dress prior to this, and looking back, I now realize just how lucky I was. At the time, I thought that kind of expert, stress-free experience was normal. But seeing what my cousin went through elsewhere made me truly appreciate just how rare Ashley's skill and process really are. Ashley and her team create such a peaceful, thoughtful experience. Their timeline is spread out in a way that makes decisions easier (especially for an indecisive bride like me!), and they make room for adjustments as you go. My dress fit like a dream and I was able to fully enjoy every moment of my wedding day feeling like the most confident, beautiful version of myself. I will forever recommend Love Sew True to every bride I know. They are detailed, patient, calm under pressure, incredibly talented -- and most of all, they care. Worth every single penny for the peace of mind, the experience, and the end result. Thank you, Ashley, from the bottom of my heart -- for everything you did for me and for my cousin. You are a gift to the bridal world! read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

Everything from the start was great! Communication was clear, appointments were easy, and everyone there is so helpful. They did a great job hemming my dress and shortening my straps, and the bustle was beautiful. I was nervous to find a place that could handle the details on my dress and I always felt like my dress was in good hands. I only deducted a start because overall alterations ended up being around $1100 and one of my concerns were the cups of the dress and my boobs flying out. We figured the placement was good and then some boob tape would do it and that was that. The day of our wedding I was constantly having to shift the cup to where a part of it wasn't sticking out (it's showing in every photo at that angle) and when I removed the dress they were only sewed in with a couple strings (which came out with my boob tape when I took off the dress). I'm not sure what happened, but for the price I'm really upset looking at photos and seeing the cup sticking out. That being said--I think my dress was trickier and again I'm not sure what/how it happened. I would go back to Love Sew True again and will recommend them to anyone else. Just spend more time checking little details you might be concerned about because they will fix them! Just wish I had paid closer attention to the cups myself. read more

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Let's start with the basics: we began alterations 9 weeks before my wedding and paid a very expensive rush fee, yet my dress was not ready until the day before my wedding, when my mom had to pick it up. I came here by referral from Luv Bridal, so my expectations were understandably high. My first appointment with Ashley was promising and set expectations that were not met. The next three appointments were with different seamstresses, and very little actual work was done. Each visit felt like déjà vu--the hem was re-marked, the bustle was re-pinned, and I was repeatedly asked what type of bustle I wanted, despite having already discussed and pinned it multiple times. The lack of continuity was exhausting and incredibly frustrating. While the final two appointments with Ashley were an improvement, major issues still remained. The corset never laid flat as promised and visibly bulged at the waist, and although the dress technically fit, it was far from finished to the standard you expect after paying premium prices. To make matters worse, the bustle did not stay secured and kept falling out, which is particularly disappointing given how many appointments were spent addressing it. Between the added fees, inconsistent workmanship, and having to stress about my wedding dress during the week of my wedding, this experience did not come close to justifying the cost. For the amount charged, I expected expertise and peace of mind. What I got instead was last-minute stress and unresolved issues. read more

Love Sew True - Corset still bulging at the waist despite multiple fittings. - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

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I can't say enough wonderful things about Ashley and the team at LoveSewTrue. They were recommended to me by Luv Bridal, and I'm so grateful for that referral. After having my wedding dress altered elsewhere and being very unhappy with the results, I came to Ashley feeling stressed and discouraged. She was incredibly professional, kind, and solutions-oriented -- she took the time to assess my dress carefully, explain what was possible given the prior alterations, and help me understand all my options. Unfortunately, my original dress was damaged beyond repair, and I had just three weeks until my wedding. Ashley and the LoveSewTrue team went above and beyond to accommodate me during an extremely stressful time. Thanks to their support, I found a new dress and felt absolutely beautiful on my wedding day. Ashley made me feel comfortable, confident, and cared for -- like I was with a trusted friend. One note for brides: don't let the high deposit deter you. Their expertise, professionalism, and communication are worth every dollar. LoveSewTrue truly restored my confidence and turned a difficult situation into a positive experience. I can't recommend them highly enough! read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

As the bride directly impacted by this experience, I feel compelled to formally voice my dissatisfaction regarding the services provided by Love Sew True and as a repsonse to a recent review that was left by someone who witnessed my final pick up experience and their repsonse to that. From the onset of the alterations process, I clearly articulated that my primary concern was the bust area of my high-neck gown. The fit was not only oversized but structurally unflattering due to excessive boning, creating a look that was inconsistent with the modern, elegant silhouette I had envisioned. This concern was communicated repeatedly and in no uncertain terms. While the staff was warm and kind--and as someone who works in the service industry, I deeply appreciate effort and kindness--I must make it clear: kindness does not equate to satisfaction. I acknowledge their effort, but that does not absolve the outcome. As we approached final delivery--just 48 hours prior to my wedding--it became alarmingly evident that the garment was not completed to an acceptable standard, nor was it delivered in wearable condition. The following issues remained unresolved: The bust remained ill-fitting and unstructured despite being the main point of concern since April - The side seams rippled even when zipped - The hem was still too long - The bow attachment was sloppily constructed - Loose threads were visible throughout the gown - The gown was returned with visible dirt and marks - The bustle was reinforced with random, visible stitching across the back - A proposed "solution" involving a seam straight across the bustline fundamentally altered the design and aesthetic of the dress. To be clear, this suggested seam would have significantly devalued the gown's original design and was presented without prior consultation or informed consent. The fact that this option was even proposed, let alone executed without discussing alternatives in advance, demonstrates a lack of professional judgment and design integrity. Though the seam was ultimately removed, the dress was returned to me in an unfinished and unwearable state. Despite the nature of these issues, at no point was I offered a refund or a reduction in fees. I was merely told the labor had been performed--however, in any service agreement, the expectation is that labor results in a deliverable product. In this case, the product was not delivered as promised or fit for its intended use. This is a clear failure to fulfill the expectations of service under what I reasonably believed to be a contractual agreement--both verbal and written--to alter my gown to the specifications discussed over the course of several appointments. The alterations were not completed to a professional or satisfactory standard, rendering the garment unwearable and requiring me to secure and purchase a completely new wedding gown less than two days before my wedding. The emotional and financial toll of this experience was significant. It added avoidable stress, anxiety, and cost to a day meant to be joyful. At no point did the business disclose any concerns about being unable to meet the requested alterations, which deprived me of the opportunity to make timely alternative arrangements. That lack of transparency is deeply disappointing and, in my opinion, negligent. While I appreciate not being charged for the last-minute work that was reversed, it does not rectify the overall experience, nor the harm caused by failing to deliver a promised service. Despite this, I was never offered a refund--only told that I was "paying for labor." But what good is labor if the service couldn't be delivered and the dress couldn't be worn? That logic would never fly in hospitality. If a guest is served a meal they can't eat, you don't shrug and say, "Well, the chef has already been paid." If the business was aware that the gown's construction was too complex to alter to the original vision, that should have been communicated upfront--informed consent is a basic tenet of ethical business practice. In summary: if your gown requires detailed tailoring or structural alterations, I would strongly urge you to consider other options. Love Sew True did not meet the standard of professional service, nor did they fulfill their obligations in good faith. At a minimum, I expected transparency, professionalism, and accountability. What I received instead was a misleading sense of reassurance until the very last moment--at which point it was too late to rectify the situation. read more

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My best friend brought her wedding dress to LoveSewTrue for alterations and had the worst experience EVER. she explained what she wanted done to her dress and after multiple fittings they not only DIDN'T fix it but completely ruined the dress. They added a seam across the chest that wasn't there to begin with it. With less than 48 hours until her wedding we had to scramble and literally purchase a new dress because of what they did to her original dress. When they tried to make it better and take the seam out it still wasn't correct. They were full of excuses and not solutions. They took absolutely no ownership of the stress they caused what so ever. In addition to not altering the dress correctly they didn't even have the dress steamed and pressed when we came to pick it up. Who does that??? I've been married twice and have picked up two wedding dresses that were pure perfection when picked up and ready to wear. When asked about this the response was "even when I put it back in bag it's just gonna get wrinkled again". Who says that?? When asked for a refund they ignored the question all together. And literally had the nerve to ask for a signature on their form confirming she was satisfied with the work completed. That the final slap in the face. (Of course she didn't sign it) What they did was UNACCEPTABLE. Although I wasn't the bride I was there with her and was witness to this terrible experience. And it's a shame what they did to her dress. Considering this is one of the biggest days of her life and that this dress is everything she dreamed of it is really disappointing to watch her go through something like this. To all the future brides reading this review.......Please save yourself the stress and find somewhere else to take your dress for alterations. read more

Love Sew True - This was their solution by adding a seam across her chest which is horrible. - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

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I was referred to this business by Mariposa Bridal and I could not be more happy with the results. I had the pleasure of working with Ashley in getting my wedding dress altered. She was so organized, efficient, careful, and made the whole process so smooth. I loved working with her, she is very sweet and very clear on what to expect when it came to any changes to my dress. I could not be more happy how it turned out. I highly recommend her, she takes care of her clients and her team of students are great to learn from her expertise. read more

They are located in a business complex with ample parking. Very easy to find and Irvine is generally a nice area. When you arrive, door will be locked, so ring the bell and someone will open the door for you. They work by appointments and are always on time! My dress was a designer sample gown and fit tooo large. Ashley worked on the contour, shortening the hem, bustle, and even a custom veil. She (and staff) were always pleasant, and offered opinions and support when needed. They truly customize your dress to your liking and can offer custom accessories. I highly recommend for wedding dress alterations. They are transparent, efficient, and want you to feel beautiful on your wedding day! Make sure to contact them with enough time before your wedding date, to avoid rush fees. They are honest with how much time is needed and provide you price estimates when you make the inquiry. read more

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I would highly recommend Love Sew True! Their staff is all so amazing and they treat you like you're their friend. It's a nerve wracking process when you take your dress in to get cut up but omg when I tell you trust them, I mean it! They are so awesome! They went above and beyond to make sure I was happy until the very end and even asked for me to send them pictures after my wedding day!! Thank you so much, Luv Sew True! I will definitely be recommending you guys and will absolutely send photos after the big day!! read more

I had to drive 2 hours each way to get to Love Sew True for like 6 fittings, so I'm glad to say it was well worth it. My prior alterations person completely ghosted my 2 months before my wedding, and I had a lot of alterations needed. I was completely panicked and unsure if there was any time to get what I wanted done, but Ashley was so calm and confident she put my mind at ease. I was so happy with the end results, it feels like a different dress and is exactly what I wanted. It's hard to comprehend how she and Felipe got so much done so quickly. They were super knowledgeable, had very flexible timing, and even let me do my last two fittings in the same day completing the work in between which saved me a ton of driving time. You can tell they really care about the quality of their work, and it shows. And while alterations are never cheap, the price was really fair for how much they did and how good their work was. Work done: hemming, fitting the bodice and adding their own cups/boning, removing the train, lining the bodice, removing the straps and altering the neckline to a sweetheart, swapping out buttons, and adding new lace to the bodice to cover up the prominent leaves in the original. read more

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I got my wedding dress from NorCal and live here and socal and needed to get my dress altered and fixed as my dress size was way too big! The cup size of the bra, the length of the dress ---it wasn't the dress I remembered when I purchased it. My best friend referred me to here because she said love sew true did an AMAZING AMAZING JOB. It is a bit pricey in my opinion, but honestly it was worth every penny because they really do listen to all of your concerns and they're like a second, third pair of eyes to make sure everything is perfect!!! Ashely was so so kind and professional! I would recommend any bride to get your dress hemmed/altered/fixed here! Lovesewtrue communicates so well and once again I just felt like I was always in great hands every appt. Thank you for helping me love my wedding dress again and making me feel so beautiful on my wedding day! read more

LoveSewTrue came highly recommended by my bridal salon, and after reading all the great reviews, I decided to reach out to them in late January 2024. With my wedding set for May, I had plenty of time for alterations. From the very first appointment to the day I picked up my gown, Ashley was incredibly patient and attentive. At first, I had some second thoughts about my dress--it felt too big, heavy, and restrictive, especially with its dramatic train, and I worried that I wouldn't be able to move or dance comfortably. But I decided to trust the process. We went with a full body contour, hem shortening, a five-point bustle, and added a bow to my beautiful Mikado gown. As my body changed throughout the alterations, Ashley made adjustments up until just a week and a half before the wedding to ensure a perfect fit. I also decided last minute to have them steam my dress, and when I picked it up, it was perfectly packaged to prevent any wrinkles during travel. On my wedding day, the gown fit like a glove, allowing me to dance and celebrate the night away. Huge thanks to Ashley and the team! read more

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Both my bridal salon and my wedding coordinator recommended Love Sew True for bridal alterations - and I understand why! They were extremely responsive, polite, professional, and welcoming. In my first fitting, they were very detailed in explaining what alterations would be made and why. And they always asked if I was okay with the changes and if I wanted anything else done. They were transparent about pricing as well. I recommend all future brides go with Love Sew True, you won't be disappointed! read more

Ashley & her team at Love Sew True were incredible to work with. So kind, and AMAZING at their craft. I brought my wedding dress in 3 weeks prior to my wedding that needed one last crucial alteration that another seamstress neglected to finish, after a couple other places said was "too risky" or "impossible", especially so last minute. Ashley gave me so much peace of mind, and her team kept gassing me up saying how much they loved my dress. Ashley made time for me and made me & my dress feel worth her time. Forever grateful for these amazing people! read more

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Let me start off by saying everyone in the office were always nice from my first appointment to the last. This place was recommended from luv bridal where I got my dress at so I came here without looking anywhere else. At my first appointment they made me feel comfortable & let me know it was gonna take a couple of appointments to get what we needed done. Which I was fine with, but I did let them know multiple times I lived over an hour away. Anyways, by my third appointment was when I started getting frustrated cause I noticed things weren't gonna be done as soon as I expected. Each visit they would also just have me leave my white dress on the floor. It ended up taking 6 appointments to get my dress done & even then it was not ready on my last appointment because they forgot the bustle. They told me they would do a complimentary drop off at my house 2 days later, & would send me a video of how to bustle my dress. They did the drop off, I asked if they had the video, the girl called the manager, she said she was gonna send it by the next morning & never did. so I still don't know how to do my bustle on my own dress. I guess the nice employees is what's giving this place a 2 star, but I would only recommend this place if you live nearby to make the multiple appointments, & know you are gonna be spending some money on alterations. I really liked the employees but just the way they handled my dress was not a good experience. read more

This is incredibly long overdue! January 2021 my fiance and I decided we were going to elope and get married April 2021. I had a few weeks to find a dress and a few months to get it altered. I purchased a sample dress that was the exact design and style I had envisioned, except it was a little too big and there was a tear in the front. Love Sew True (which was formerly SewCalPros when I went) was recommended to me by the bridal salon. I looked at the reviews and noticed Genesis had altered dresses by the same brand - Made with Love - so I knew she would be able to work with the delicate lace. Getting a quote and making an appointment was so easy. Her husband Jay was very responsive over text and phone. When I met Genesis in person, it felt like I was talking to a good friend. They are both so personable and have great customer service. A few days before my second appointment, I found out my dog had terminal cancer and would have to be put down in a few days. I immediately contacted Jay to ask if I could reschedule my appointment, he was so kind and understanding. I ended up going just a few days later and they had a bouquet of flowers for me. Genesis listened to my concerns and wants. She was there to help me get my dress to fit my body as perfect as possible and she did a fantastic job. Genesis was also realistic and explained when things couldn't be done and I appreciated that. She's the expert - I have no idea how to alter a lace wedding dress, but she was able to tell me what could and couldn't be done. My dress was ready for me a little over a week before the wedding and it was perfect! I wish I could go back and see them again but unfortunately, they only alter wedding dresses. You cannot go wrong going here - I enjoyed my experience so much. You will not be disappointed! read more

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I contacted Love Sew True on October 27th, 2023 and my wedding was on November 4th. I had been struggling because I no longer loved my wedding dress and felt like the alterations that I had done in Northern California were not right. It felt too big and just not like the dress that I loved so much just months before. When I showed up in tears with my dress everyone at LST was so patient and kind to me. They said that it would be tight but that they could help me in time for me wedding day. The dress had been altered but was still a full size and half too big on me. They handled it with care and it quickly became the dress that I loved again. Every penny spent (including the rush fee) was well worth it but I recommend starting at Love Sew True in order to have a more peaceful experience leading up to your big day. Could not recommend them enough. read more

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This review is long overdue!! I was referred to Love Sew True by a friend and from the very start, they're communication was amazing! They were always so quick to respond to any questions. My wedding was originally in 2020 and when my wedding got postponed more than once they worked with me in all those changes and kept my dress safe and secured until I finally got married in April 2021. Jay was super sweet and nice and always so helpful. I would call with crazy questions and he would happily answer them patiently. Genesis did all my fittings and she did an amazing job! My dress turned out so beautiful and fit so well! If i need/want to make some changes she was responsive to it and would be honest in giving her thoughts. I highly highly recommend them! Wedding dresses are not cheap and I would trust them in taking great care of you and your dress! read more

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I cannot recommend Ashley & love sew true enough! I called Ashley 6 days before my wedding in a panic because my dress was not altered properly by another seamstress. She seriously saved the day! She altered my dress PERFECTLY in 3 days!!! Ashley listens to you, is kind and THE BEST wedding dress seamstress!! I was in a panic until I saw my dress when she was done and I couldn't be more happy with her work! THANK YOU ASHLEY!! read more

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I got my wedding dress from En Blanc in Santa Monica, but since I'm based in OC, it was to my relief that they recommended Love Sew True for my alterations. My dress didn't need too many alterations, but the modifications they made were perfect. Booking appointments with them was so easy and convenient. And to those planning a wedding, timing is everything and can cause a lot of stress. I primarily worked with Ashley who was so pleasant to work with. She was very thorough and didn't pressure me to make any extravagant changes to my dress. I loved the way i felt and looked in my wedding dress and so thankful to have worked with Love Sew True. read more

Ashley and her team were wonderful to work with. Ashley was communicative and clear on what to expect every step of the way. Harboring some wedding anxiety, especially around altering my dress, Ashley put my nerves at ease and made me feel like a princess every time I walked through the doors. I had several appointments to make adjustments and confirm satisfaction with each alteration made before moving onto the next step. At the end of the process, the dress fit perfectly and I felt confident walking down the aisle. read more

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Love Sew True was such a dream to work with. Genesis is not only a amazingly talented seamstress but a beautiful person as well. Their body contouring service transformed dream dress to look like it was MADE FOR MY BODY!!! The whole Love Sew True team work really quickly and always made every dress fitting feel so warm, inviting, encouraging, and peaceful. My mom always said she loved that everyone was very kind and didn't give attitude when you ask about specific things about the dress. They also fixed my beautiful cathedral veil that got ripped and made it match my dress PERFECTLY!!! Genesis we love you so much! Thank you for making me feel like a goddess on my wedding day, my dress was a show stopper!!! If your looking for a drama-free, no stress seamstress Love Sew True is it!!! read more

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The team at Love Sew True helped me create the most magical dress from a wedding dress I had purchased at Kleinfeld. I wanted my off-the-shoulder dress to have detachable sleeves so that I can have a new look for the reception; and I wanted to be able to bustle my long veil. They did an excellent job at both and made me feel like a princess during the entire process. Thank you so much for putting the love, hard work, and excellent quality service into my alterations. Ashley was amazing energy the entire time! read more

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I was referred to Love Sew True from the Bridal Boutique I purchased my Wedding Gown from. I contacted them back in October of 2019 to set up an appointment. We started the alterations process for my July 2020 wedding and then Covid happened and my wedding was postponed....TWICE! Love Sew True was nice enough to store my gown until it was okay to restart the process once again...2 years later!!! Ashley and her team were a dream to work with! We had 4 fittings and they made my gown fit me perfectly for my special day in April 2022! I highly recommend Love Sew True for all your bridal gown needs! read more

Love Sew True - Essence of Australia gown D2605 - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

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Let me start by saying that I dealt mostly with Ashley who is probably the nicest sweetest individual I have ever met. That is why I'm not giving 1 star. That said, niceness only goes so far when the experience and end result are poor. My first 2 appointments were great, they hemmed the inner layers of the skirt and I approved the length. Then at the third appointment, the outer layer of the skirt was inexplicably about 4" too short. They assured me that they can fix anything, so they told me to come back in 30 minutes so they could "stretch" the fabric with an iron. Well I came back and they made me sit around another hour, then I tried the dress on and it was still way too short and now the fabric was rippled from being stretched, as almost fabrics would be. I had an absolute meltdown, bless them for dealing with stressed out brides all the time, and they told me they could let the hem out a little. Well, I came back at my next scheduled appointment, which I confirmed via text with Ashley, and they somehow didn't have me on the schedule (and never apologized for this) so I had to wait around another hour. Put the dress on and absolutely nothing had changed. Had another meltdown. They told me they could let it down from the waist as because there is a shorter top layer that covers it, lucky for them. Next appointment, they have let it out from the waste and put in a 2" piece of scrap fabric that bunches up around my waist (because it's not tailored to the angle of my waist) and therefor hardly adds any length. They ended up having to tack that stupid piece of fabric down in a bunch of weird spots after I complained that I could see it bunching, otherwise they were willing to let it go out the door like that. They also played dumb with me several times like they didn't see the problem. I don't think I should have to explain to anyone that the nude lining of my wedding dress should not be visible below the top layer. After the third time I complained about the fabric being wavy they had the audacity to tell me they never stretched it. I was finally able to get them to iron it the other way to remove the waves but of course it reduced the length. The alterations they made are so frankensteined that I have absolutely no chance at reselling this dress, big worst of all, they ruined the experience of putting my dress on for me. I hated going there fitting after fitting because I knew it would be traumatic every time. Of all the stresses that go into panning a wedding this was one that I did not expect. I never asked for any kind of refund on this incredibly expensive service (nor did they offer) because they did put a lot of time into trying to fix it, but in the end it seems they aren't equipped to handle a full skirt or a Hayley Paige dress, which they should own up to because that was a high end and very expensive dress. They blamed it several times on the horse hair bottom but all that does is add stiffness, and even if it were the horsehair they should know how to compensate for that. I had a total of 7 fittings or 8 fittings (including leaving and having to come back after scheduled appointments), some on the same day, and they still never got it right. By the end, which was just a few days before my wedding, I was so emotionally spent being at that place that I just had to call it because they were not offering any new solutions and acting like they thought it was good enough. I also felt that my time had been disrespected again and again. Please enjoy these photos of the lining of my dress in full view sticking out below the top layer as well as some close ups of the Frankenstein waist piece. For reference this is the Hayley Paige Charles gown, fabric is organza. LST was recommended to me by Blush Bridal and I have let them know that they don't know how to work with HP dresses. read more

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I don't even know where to start. From the very beginning, when I reached out to inquire about quotes and services, they were transparent and so quick to reply. From my first fitting to my last, to the day of the wedding, they were so on top of it. They made a dress I found, that was too big and too long, fit me PERFECTLY. I loved the dress when I bought it but they made it into the dress of my DREAMS. On my wedding day, Leah steamed my dress and veil, helped me get into it and made sure I felt great for the day of. She also steamed my bridesmaids dress! I can not recommend SewCalPros enough! They will get it done and you don't have to worry about trusting them because they will make sure the dress is exactly what you want thank you SewCalPros for making the dress into MY dream wedding dress! PS I definitely recommend going for the body contour! Your dress will fit you perfectly ! read more

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SewCalPros really are PROS at what they do! I am a plus sized bride, and this company came highly recommended by the bridal shop I got my dress from. Being a plus sized bride is a little more stressful, and it was so awesome to work with an amazing team who not only made me feel beautiful and comfortable, but also made my dress fit perfectly. Ashley did majority of my fittings, and she was amazing. Genesis did my final fitting, and I thought she was wonderful as well. Both ladies were so knowledgeable and easy to work with. I also worked with Leah and Jay for scheduling appointments, and they were fantastic. I also wanted to touch on customer service - this place is unmatched. I am a COVID bride, and had to cancel my May wedding back in April. SewCalPros stored all dresses free of charge, and there was no time limit on when we had to get our dress. My dress was just about done when COVID cancelled my wedding, but they held my dress and I didn't hear from them until I had my new wedding date and reached out to get started again with my last fitting before stitching and closing everything up. During such a stressful time for not only customers, but for companies as well, it was refreshing to see customer service did not falter, but instead only got better. To all brides, and especially plus sized brides: definitely get your alterations through SewCalPros. You won't be disappointed! Thank you to the team for everything! read more

Love Sew True - A quick pic before my ceremony. I think this one highlights the dress well and shows how they were able to get the perfect fit and shape. - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

My wedding dress was perfect and the service and care to detail was wonderful! Thank you!!

Walked in sleeveless walked out flawless. Note of advice get the seat curve ladies!! Ashley was great so helpful and understanding read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

I had the wonderful opportunity to work and speak with Jay about a number of different things concerning my dress alteration. He is so approachable and kind! The team at SewCalPros is very professional and understanding. Thank you Genesis and Jay for all of your help! read more

I'm so glad I did my research and found Sewcal pros. They made my custom dress dreams come true!! I went to them with my essence of Australia dress. I fell in love with it but envisioned it with a short sleeve. Genesis made me feel like that dream was a possibility and made me a beautiful dress, truly custom. I had to cancel my wedding because of Covid and they stored it for almost an entire year. I was so happy with the service how professional they are and how much they genuinely care for their brides. They will be family forever!! They did my hem, bra cups, reshaping and my sleeve. Every step was perfect. read more

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Genesis and Jay were amazing to work with! I cannot recommend them enough to all brides. Not only are their prices fair but Genesis will do everything in her power to make sure your dress looks absolutely stunning and everything you hoped for! She made me feel so beyond beautiful each appointment I had with her, which is so important! read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

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Where do I even start when describing my experience with SewCalPros! I found this little company on yelp in search for dress alterations for my wedding day. Off the bat they were prompt and helpful in trying to schedule me in for a fitting. As a nervous bride they were able to give me information and suggestions to make me feel better about not getting my dress altered too soon or too late. When I first contact for information, I did a lot of coordinating with Leah. Everything is done over the phone and electronically when it comes to payment and it's so easy. They go to your private residence equipped with all they need! There was once or twice where no mirror was provided but I'm weird and don't have a full length mirror so it would be nice to have one around for yourself if that is important to you! The times they didn't have a mirror were just a few visits where I needed belt adjustments. Through out my visits I spent a lot of time with Genesis who was amazing and professional! She should be proud of what she's able to share with people on their big day! She is so wise and is able to give plenty of suggestions if you're unsure of how you would like your dress to fit on you! I also met Leah for a fitting and I met Ashley as well. All three were young and professional which is refreshing! Of course everyone thinks about the little old lady on "Say Yes to the Dress" but not here! I definitely recommend! read more

Love Sew True - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

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FIT I'm petite so I was very conscious of the cut and silhouette of my wedding gown. When I tried it on at David's Bridal (https://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_oleg-cassini-ball-gown-wedding-dress-with-beading-cv745_oleg-cassini) it was the only one that made me smile when I wore it. But ofc it was still too long and big in all the wrong places so I needed it altered and wanted it bustled for the reception. I was very pleased with the results from SewCalPros because the dress actually fit! CONVENIENCE & VALUE I wasn't even sure if it could be altered because of the beading and boning and what not (why didn't I think of that sooner??) but I set out to get a few quotes. When I came across SewCalPros, they just asked me to send them pictures and they would give me a quote and feasibility, so I did. I knew it would be expensive and it did stretch my budget -- but the outcome was worth it. I ended up canceling my other appointment for a quote at another place (while a different place I wasn't able to get through to on the phone) just because it was super quick/convenient to correspond with SewCalPros via text. TURNAROUND TIME My wedding was in April and I contacted her in January -- plenty of time for 3 visits (my dress had a lot of layers so I needed an extra fitting). I was also in the middle of moving in with my fiance, planning the wedding, and DIY'ing all my invitations while working full time. So things were pretty hectic and I'm glad I chose SewCalPros b/c at the time, I didn't have a car (I usually Ubered to places) so having Genesis meet me at my place was actually quite convenient. She was always on time (despite crazy amounts of traffic around here). OVERALL BUSINESS My bridesmaids/family are located all over the country so the fittings were just me and her. Genesis came so prepared, truly a business on wheels. I don't have a portable full-length mirror and she even had that. At one point I panicked and thought I needed to change up the style of the bustle so we had an extra appointment and she was patient with me throughout (we ended up going with what we originally had). She was professional and very pleasant to work with and SewCalPros was very responsive overall. Paying for/getting receipts for the work was a breeze with the mobile point-of-sale system. thank you! read more

Love Sew True - Before & after, with bustling for outer and inner (not pictured) layer. Taken in and petite-ified. - Bridal Near Me - Irvine, California

Amazing. Stunning. Beautiful. Perfect. So many words to describe such a wonderful and truly remarkable job well done. The boutique I got my dress from had ordered such a large dress due to my measurements (thank you hourglass figure) but Love Sew True made my dress fit me to my body to accentuate my figure and made me look radiant in my dress. I can't get over how amazing it was. I had multiple appointments to get it altered but at each one I felt my questions had answers and the work was delicate and incredible. I will forever recommend this team of experts for wedding dress alterations. Thank you so much!!! read more

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My wedding was over 5 months ago and I am finally writing this review. I wanted to take the time to calm down before writing it. After reading what I have to say, I am sure that any bride-to-be can imagine just how upset I was with SewCalPros for almost ruining my wedding day. My hope is that this review will help prevent any future brides from making the same mistake I did by taking their wedding gown to SewCalPros for their alteration needs. They will overcharge you, lie to you, and potentially destroy your wedding dress. To this day, they still owe me $2,366.30. Just 36 hours before my husband and I were to fly out to our wedding destination, SewCalPros handed over a dress to me that was unwearable. The mistakes made by SewCalPros were many and easy to spot, even for an untrained eye. Not only were there many mistakes that occurred over the 10 weeks the dress was in their possession, the "final product" that was handed over to me on 11/18/2019 had openings along the lining's seam that were visible through the sheer top layer of the dress. My butt was literally visible through the top layer of the dress because of these openings. As upsetting as this huge gaff was, even more concerning was SewCalPros attempt to pass the dress off to me without disclosing this. In fact, the fitter told me I could "put my clothes back on" implying that I didn't need to try the dress on again because it was complete. Thankfully, I knew better based on the previous two fittings, and I put it on for a final fitting. Had I not, I would have had to walk down the aisle to my groom, exposing my butt to all of the guests in attendance. After being caught in their scheme, the alterations team stated "at this point there is nothing more we can do." This statement was especially upsetting because the staff of SewCalPros had repeatedly assured, promised even, to get the dress done by Monday. At one point, they convincingly said they would "work around the clock" to make sure my dress would be perfect for the wedding. When they failed to do so, I was extremely devastated. The staff further admitted wrongdoing and did refund all $1907.17 they had collected from me as payment for their "work". (At this point in time, they still owe me $250 refund for the PayPal deposit due to the refund not being properly executed.) Fortunately, I made it to David's Bridal in Costa Mesa by 8:30 PM, 30 minutes prior to store closing. With such a short time frame, the choices of possible wedding gowns were limited and there was absolutely no time for me to shop around and find a better deal. It had to be a dress that fit considerably well directly off the rack considering the very limited time for alterations. I found a gown that fit well around the waist and bust and only required alterations to the length and bustle. Unfortunately, just like the hurdles that came with buying a last minute gown, those last minute alterations required a rush fee and no chance to shop around for a better price. But for SewCalPros major alterations mistakes, lack of transparency and insistence that they could and would deliver me a wedding gown that would be perfect for my special day (I would have settled for wearable at that point), I would have been able to save money and stress. SewCalPros alteration shop is the direct cause of the expedited shopping trip for my wedding gown. Additionally, SewCalPros are directly responsible for rendering my original dress unwearable. They did not pay for the wedding dress that they destroyed, which cost $1623.79 to be exact. Due to the actions of SewCalPros and staff, I was put under a tremendous amount of emotional and financial stress. The financial burden specifically totals to $2,366.30 ($1623.79 for the original gown they destroyed, $250 for the PayPal deposit they never refunded, and $492.51 for the rush alteration fee I had no other choice but to pay). read more

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I absolutely loved my dress because of Sewcalpros. They made me feel like a movie star! I had a Maggie Sottero dress that didn't do much for my shape. Ashley was able to cinch in my waist, change my straps to removable, and created a beautiful bustle! The dress also had an issue because of some boning sticking out and she took her time making sure it was fixed. She calmed any concerns I had and executed everything I wanted! She also might just be the sweetest person of all time. Jay and a genesis were also incredibly kind and attentive. I thought it was reasonably priced considering all the work they did, and they made my dress look 10 times for expensive than it actually was! Absolutely use them for your wedding dress! read more

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SewCalPros made getting my wedding dress alterations such a fun and easy experience...and Genesis did a BEAUTIFUL job! Firstly, I just wanted to say that when I first went around asking for quotes from different shops, Jay called me back almost immediately and didn't just talk shop. He was so friendly and was asking all about me and my then fiancé! He didn't pressure me at all, but answered all my questions and texted me a quote within a few minutes of me sending a picture of my dress. Every time I came into the shop, Jay was there to kindly welcome me and my mom, and everything was so professional. They have a huge room for your fitting and offer you water and make sure you feel comfortable. My stylist was Genesis, and she was so kind and she knew her stuff! She really made the experience so calming! My alterations were done so beautifully, and really helped me feel amazing in my dress. I would absolutely recommend this team to anyone! Thank you Jay and Genesis! read more

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